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A concert, “Ricky Nelson Remembered,” features the live music of Ricky Nelson’s hit songs (including “Hello Mary Lou,” “Travelin’ Man,” “Garden Party”) performed by Ricky’s twin sons Matthew and Gunnar.

Published: Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 1:51 p.m.

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The Community Calendar is a sampling of area events, meetings, exhibits and announcements throughout Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes.For a complete list of events, visit www.bigfunonthebayou.com.If your event is not listed here, you can add it for free at our online events-listing site, www.events.bigfunonthebayou.com. Just visit the site, create an account and fill in the blanks to let people know what you have planned. Whether you’re a church group or an artist with an exhibit, let others know here.You can also mail listings to The Courier, P.O. Box 2717, Houma, LA 70361 or the Daily Comet, 104 Hickory St., Thibodaux, LA 70301; fax it to 857-2244 or 448-7654, or email it to news@houmatoday.com or editor@dailycomet.com. Please include the event, time of event, date of event, where the event is taking place, the address of where the event or meeting is taking place and a contact phone number for information. For information, call 857-2200.

A self-defense and MMA, mixed martial arts, class for children 8-13 focuses on teaching discipline and respect. These classes increase skill and coordination in an interesting and popular way.

Admission: Free

When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays

Where: Body Elite Boxing and MMA, 1221Grand Caillou Road, Houma

Information: 876-2582 or bodyelitefitnesscenters@gmail.com

Enjoy fresh produce

There are several farmer's markets within Terrebonne and Lafourche that sell fresh produce on a weekly basis.

The 14th annual Chili Cook-Off, sponsored by the Krewe of Mardi Gras, features live auctions, live music, raffles and food.

Admission: $5

When: 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Jan. 12

Where: Terrebonne Livestock and Agricultural Building at the Houma Air Base, 221 Moffet Road

Information: Marlene Jewell at 851-6977

Show off your skills

The Elk’s free-throw contest for boys and girls features three age divisions — 8-9, 10-11 and 12-13. Winners in each of the six groups are eligible to go on to the next competition level.

Admission: Free

When: 12:30 p.m. Jan. 12

Where: East Houma Gym on Boundary Road

Information: 232-4248

Improve your life

Richard Strausbourg will lead a life improvement seminar. Find out if your life is in need of some adjustments.

Admission: Free

When: 5:30 p.m. Jan. 16

Where: Thibodaux Branch Library, 705 W. 5th St.

Information: www.lafourche.org/newsite/

Play time

Thibodaux Playhouse's next production in the 2012-13 season, Neil Simon's “Barefoot in the Park,” tells the story of Paul and Corie Bratter, newlyweds in every sense of the word. He's a straight-as-an-arrow lawyer and she's a free spirit always looking for the latest kick. Their new apartment is her most recent find — too expensive with bad plumbing and in need of a paint job. After a six-day honeymoon, they get a surprise visit from Corie's loopy mother and decide to play matchmaker during a dinner with their neighbor-in-the-attic Velasco, where everything that can go wrong, does. Paul just doesn't understand Corie, as she sees it. He's too staid, too boring and she just wants him to be a little more spontaneous.

The monthly dinner and live music dance, the Dulac fais do-do sponsored by the Holy Family 4th Degree Assembly Council No. 2215, has returned. Cajun Sunrise will perform. This year, four different menus will be served.

Admission: $2 admission and $5 for meal

When: 6-9 p.m. Jan. 19

Where: Knights of Columbus home, 5396 Shrimpers Row, Dulac

Information: Rickie Bouwin at 851-4519 or Al Voisin at 855-7008

Children's parade

The Krewe of Aphrodite's annual children's parade is a way for the kiddos to decorate their own floats, however, motorized floats will not be allowed. The parade will feature music provided from a deejay, king cake and drinks, and an introduction to the queen of the Krewe of Aphrodite and the royal court. Children 12 and under can participate and awards will be handed out for first, second and third place in a variety of categories.

Admission: Free

When: 11 a.m. Jan. 19

Where: Parking lot of Rouses Supermarket, 5818 W. Main St., Houma

Information: Lisa at 637-4183 or Hollie Portier at 856-7930

An 8 second ride

The beginning of the Terrebonne Livestock Association's winter series includes bull riding, barrel racing and more. The Terrebonne Livestock and Agricultural Fair Association is a nonprofit organization founded in 1947 to promote and preserve livestock and agriculture in Terrebonne Parish.

Admission: $10 for adults, $7 for children and children 2 and under are admitted free

When: 7-11 p.m. Jan. 26

Where: Houma Air Base Arena, 121 Moffet Road

Information: Kim Triche at 804-7932

Tableau time

The Krewe de Bonne Terre's annual tableau features live music by Junior Lacross, dancing and more. You don't have to be a club member to join in the fun.

Admission: $15

When: 6:30 p.m. Jan. 26

Where: Montegut Recreation Center

Information: Drake Dupre at 790-1725 or 594-5202

Celebrating 50 years

The Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild will celebrate its 50th anniversary. The group started with 12 members, and has grown to more than 75 active and Friend of the Guild members. What started as a small group of ladies who just wanted to get together to paint, never imagined the group would become a very active club to promote art and art culture through numerous programs provided each year for the community. All present and past members are invited to help celebrate this milestone. Also invited is anyone who has visited the art gallery since its inception in 1980. The gallery has moved several times during the years, and now sits at 630 Belanger St. in Houma, thanks to the generosity of Dora Ferber.

Admission: Free

When: 2-5 p.m. Jan. 27

Where: Downtown Art Gallery 630, 630 Belanger St., Houma

Information: www.TFAG.org or info@TFAG.org

Honoring an icon

A concert, “Ricky Nelson Remembered,” features the live music of Ricky Nelson’s hit songs (including “Hello Mary Lou,” “Travelin’ Man,” “Garden Party”) performed by Ricky’s twin sons Matthew and Gunnar.

Admission: $35

When: 6 p.m. Jan. 27

Where: Peltier Auditorium on the Nicholls State University campus in Thibodaux

Information: www.houmaterrebonne.org or 873-6367

Come out to see some eagles

The 8th Annual Eagle Expo will feature seminars from wildlife and nature experts, a live raptor presentation, boat tours to view eagles and nests, and opportunities to meet fellow birders. Heading into its eighth year, the Eagle Expo is a tribute to the return of the American bald eagle to Louisiana, which was removed from the endangered species list in June 2007. Currently, there are 284 active nests in Louisiana with a large concentration in Terrebonne and St. Mary parishes. For a complete event schedule, costs, a registration form and listing of hotel rates, contact visit www.cajuncoast.com.

Admission: Varies by what activities you want to do, demonstrations and boat tours.